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Chicago Park District installs new payment parking gates at 8 lakefront beach lots
It's almost beach season, and if you're thinking about driving there, be advised that there will be a change in how you park. The Chicago Park District has already introduced a new approach to handlin...
5h ago
Chicago Bears select Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL draft
With the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears emphasized the defensive side of the ball and selected Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman. "He was No. 1 on our priority list," Bears general ...
5h ago Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Dillon Thieneman is selected by the Chicago Bears as the number 25 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Bears stadium bill passed by Illinois House, advances to Senate, as state lawmakers make bid to keep team in Illinois
Illinois lawmakers have taken a big step forward in passing legislation to help keep the Chicago Bears in the Land of Lincoln. https://youtu.be/MIXjHiryaL0?si=ZEvvo6gfeg45mBUe House Bill 910 (HB910) -...
Apr 23, 2026
Video shows rat startling Phillies players during Cubs game at Wrigley Field
Another unexpected animal sighting at Wrigley Field appeared to startle the opposing team during Tuesday's Cubs-Phillies matchup -- and it was all caught on cam. Footage showed the moment a rat appear...
Apr 23, 2026
CTA plans improvements at 42 train and bus stations in 2026 "Refresh & Renew" program
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday marked the start of construction season for the Chicago Transit Authority. The mayor took a CTA bus to the 51st Street Green Line station, which will be part of the ag...
Apr 22, 2026
Billy Donovan steps down as Bulls head coach after 6 seasons
Billy Donovan has decided to step down as head coach of the Chicago Bulls after six seasons. The Bulls announced Donovan's decision Tuesday, saying they wanted the longtime coach to remain in Chicago ...
Apr 22, 2026
'Team Route 66' to ride from Chicago to Phoenix to raise Parkinson's disease awareness
A group of bicyclists head out Monday morning for an epic ride from Chicago to Phoenix to raise money and awareness for Parkinson's disease. The "Pedal for Parkinson's ride" was set to leave Navy Pier...
Apr 21, 2026
Cook County Amnesty Week begins next week for drivers who haven't paid fines
Cook County drivers who have moving traffic violations and haven't paid their fines, might get some relief. Next week is "Amnesty Week." Collection fees will be waived on all past due fines and driver...
Apr 21, 2026
This spring is the wettest the Chicago area has seen in more than 40 years
We are now halfway through spring and so far, it's the wettest spring in 43 years for the Chicago area. Tuesday's 2.43 inches of rainfall at O'Hare International Airport made it the second-wettest day...
Apr 20, 2026
Chicago Sports Music Chicago is Among the Best Coffee Cities in the U.S. According to a New Ranking
It's no secret to Chicagoans that our city is a top destination for coffee-and now a global ranking confirms it! Food & Wine has released its 2026 Global Tastemakers roundup, and named the Windy C...
Apr 20, 2026
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